renter protections

After a month of public feedback, Santa Barbara city leaders are revising its proposed rent stabilization ordinance.

In the midst of a housing crisis and temporary rent freeze, Santa Barbara city council took a major step toward creating a rent stabilization program. But, key figures, including the city’s mayor pushed back hoping to bring the decision to voters.

San Luis Obispo is taking a closer look at rental protections, as rising housing costs put pressure on tenants across the city. The League of Women Voters hosted a public forum this week exploring how a rental registry could help.